Caitlin Herlihy

It came as no surprise that Taylor Swift and her perfect posse of gal pals snatched the MTV Video Music Award for Video of the Year for Swift’s hit ‘Bad Blood.’  Leather clad and fierce as ever, this sisterhood is one group you don’t want to mess with.

Famous for her celebrity squad, Swift makes it a point to encourage friendship over competition with these leading ladies.  Swift who plays ‘Catastrophe’ in the video is vicious, but the whole crew together takes girl power to another level.

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Taylor Swift and the cast of 'Bad Blood' at the MTV Music Awards

So, who’s who that you need to know in the video?

Taylor Swift as Catastophe

A seven-time Grammy winner and youngest performer to win a Grammy for Album of the Year, I think it’s safe to assume Taylor Swift is a household name.  Audiences continue to fall more in love with her honest interviews, charitable donations and hit tracks.  We’re pretty sure this girl can do anything.

Selena Gomez as Arsyn

When Selena Gomez whips her black bob towards the camera it’s clear we’re not on Waverly Place anymore.  This Disney star has developed a successful singing career with several top hits including “Good for You” and “Same Old Love.”

Lena Dunham as Lucky Fiori 

Lena Dunham is an actress, author, screenwriter, producer and director.  Her HBO series Girls is a comedy about twenty-somethings living in New York City.  As she enters her fifth season of filming, it’s clear Dunham is a powerhouse in the entertainment industry. 

Hailee Steinfeld as The Trinity

Three times the girl, three times the girl power. Hailee Steinfeld, The Trinity, is an actress, model and singer.  She starred as Mattie Ross in the Coen brother’s award winning film True Grit picking up a number of award nominations herself.  Recently, she played Emily Junk, the freshman addition to the Barden Bellas, in Pitch Perfect 2

Serayah as Dilemma

After performing ‘Style’ alongside Swift at her concert in Chicago, the world knew Serayah was a new member of Swift’s squad.  She’s an actress best known for her recurring role as Tiana Brown in the drama television series Empire.

Gigi Hadid as Slay-Z

Flawless in every way, Hadid was the perfect candidate for Slay-Z.  She’s a fashion model known for her work with IMG Models.  From Baby Guess to Sports Illustrated, Hadid is versatile and talented.  Although she currently dates Swift’s ex Joe Jonas, Hadid is essential to Swift’s celebrity squad.

Ellie Goulding as Destructa X

From UK to the Sates, fans worldwide adore Goulding.  Her talents for singing and songwriting have earned her nominations for several prestigious awards.  Last year she released the song ‘Love Me like You Do’ and the world went crazy.  Yes, Ellie, yes. 

Martha Hunt as HomeSlice

This Victoria’s Secret model is no newbie at working the stage, so of course she joined Swift on stage for her 1989 World Tour.  Whether she’s posing for Victoria’s Secret or for Swift’s Instagram photo, Martha Hunt always looks flawless. 

Cara Delevingne as Mother Chucker

This nunchuk wielding beauty is not someone you want to mess with.  She’s an actress, model and singer from London.  She’s modeled for top designers like Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana and Jason Wu.  In 2015 she co-starred in Paper Towns, an adaptation of a John Green novel.

Zendaya as Cut-Throat

From Kidz Bop and Disney Channel to Cut-Throat, Zendaya proves she’s grown up and ready to take on the world as a serious triple threat in the industry.  Her singing, acting and dancing has landed her various opportunities including a spot on Dancing with the Stars.  We can’t wait to see what’s next for this fierce female.

Hayley Williams as The Crimson Curse

Haley Williams is the lead singer of everyone’s middle school obsession, Paramore.  Williams is the lead singer and songwriter for the punk rock band.  In 2013 she collaborated with EDM producer Zedd for the hit single ‘Stay the Night.’  With bright red hair and bold talent it comes as no surprise that Williams is The Crimson Curse.

Lily Aldridge as Frostbyte

Yet another model in the crew, Lily Aldridge’s positive persona makes her the perfect BFF for Taylor Swift.  In addition to posing as a Victoria’s Secret Angel, Aldridge also models for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue and various other magazine publications.  Her fierce character Frostbyte will give you chills.

Karlie Kloss as Knockout

Swift and Kloss sweaty brawl in the ‘Bad Blood’ music video screams physical girl power.  This unstoppable duo can be found all over social media, dancing onstage at Swift’s 1989 Tour, stunning the crowd at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, and posing for the cover of Vogue. 

Jessica Alba as Domino

Jessica Alba is an actress, model, businesswoman, and devoted activist. Her accolades include Choice Actress Teen Choice Award, a Golden Globe nomination for the television series Dark Angel, and the Saturn Award for Best Actress on Television.  She also co-founded The Honest Company in 2011 currently valued at $1.7 billion.  Her most recent projects include role in the sequel Sin City: A Dame to Kill For and the sequel Machete Kills.

Mariska Hargitay as Justice

Hargitay is an Emmy and Golden Globe nominated actress. She is best known for her role as Olivia Benson on the NBC television drama Law & Order: Special Victim’s Unit.  Swift is such a fan, she named her cat after Hargitay’s character.  She has appeared in numerous television shows and films and is now a producer for Law & Order: Special Victim’s Unit

Ellen Pompeo as Luna

Another inspiration for the name of Swift’s second cat, Pompeo is famous for her portrayal of Meredith Grey in ABC’s drama Grey’s Anatomy.  She was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress for Television Series in 2007.  Although she is no longer acting, she won the People’s Choice Award for Favorite Dramatic TV Actress in 2015. She continues to make guest appearances as herself…and the unstoppable Luna. 

Cindy Crawford as Headmistress

Named one of the ‘100 Hottest Women of All-Time’ by Men’s Health it comes as no surprise that supermodel Crawford is named Headmistress in the ‘Bad Blood’ video.  Named the highest paid model on the planet by Forbes in 1995, her successful career as a model led to her work in television, film, and to use her fame to raise money and awareness for children with cancer.

Who are the badass gal pals in your posse going to be?

 

As a junior at Wake Forest University, I am a declared Communication major with a double minor in Journalism and Film Studies. I enjoy intense hot yoga classes and large amounts of chocolate covered coffee beans.  I’m offering you 21 years of wisdom. Visit my blog A Busy Blonde to learn more about me.

 

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